Strawberry Pie (from Simply Pie)

6 c. strawberries, washed and hulled 3/4 c. sugar 3 T. cold water 2 T. lemon juice 1/4 c. cornstarch 1/4 t. vanilla Prepare a crust if desired. Can be used as a topping, such as for German pancakes. Just add a bit more water. Set aside 3 1/2 c. strawberries. Roughly chop remaining strawberries, then mash. In a bowl whisk together water, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Add crushed strawberries into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in sugar, then stir in cornstarch mixture. Bring to a boil over medium heat and let boil for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture becomes darker and translucent. Remove from heat and stir until it stops boiling. Stir in vanilla. Slice remaining strawberries onto cooled pie crust, then add in cooked strawberry mixture and combine until sliced strawberries are coated. (or if making a sauce, just stir in the remaining strawberries and chill) Let pie cool in fridge for 4 hours, serve!!!